Obesity, Drinking & Unhealthy Diet Add to Gout Risk

(Reuters Health)—Behavior changes could potentially reduce a large part of the risk for developing gout, a U.S. study suggests. Based on data from more than 14,000 people, researchers calculated how much factors like being overweight, following a diet that isn’t heart healthy, drinking alcohol or taking diuretics contribute to high levels of uric acid—a precursor... [Read More]
Source: The Rheumatologist - Category: Rheumatology Authors: Tags: Conditions Crystal Arthritis Alcohol Arthritis & Rheumatology Gout lifestyle Obesity Risk Factors Source Type: research